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Back foot throws
Posted on 9/6/11 at 5:44 pm
Posted on 9/6/11 at 5:44 pm
I didn't get home in time Sunday to watch the replay of the game, but from some of the highlights I have seen it looked like Lee was falling off some of his throws. Can anyone who watched the game on TV or saw the replay tell me if this was a common occurrence and if it was if the commentators picked up on it. From what I saw in the stadium his ball placement seemed ok (although my vision could have been slightly blurry) but I would like to see him stepping through his throws more.
Posted on 9/6/11 at 5:44 pm to ctowntiger
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Can anyone who watched the game on TV or saw the replay tell me if this was a common occurrence and if it was if the commentators picked up on it
Yes
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From what I saw in the stadium his ball placement seemed ok (although my vision could have been slightly blurry) but I would like to see him stepping through his throws more.
Most would but when you say it people accuse you of hating on Lee.
This post was edited on 9/6/11 at 5:45 pm
Posted on 9/6/11 at 5:45 pm to ctowntiger
Jl is the only QB in the world that does this intentionally. It helps his timing
-signed, TIGERLEE
-signed, TIGERLEE
Posted on 9/6/11 at 5:47 pm to ctowntiger
I think people are latching onto this phrase. Not saying the OP is one such person however.
Maybe it's just how he throws. Maybe he throws more with his hips.A QB coach could give himself a headache pointing out all of the problems with Philip Rivers' motion, but it works for him.
Not saying it is the case or isn't, and I'm not comparing Lee to Rivers, but rather that I don't give a damn if he throws off of his left hand if the ball gets where it is supposed to go.
Maybe it's just how he throws. Maybe he throws more with his hips.A QB coach could give himself a headache pointing out all of the problems with Philip Rivers' motion, but it works for him.
Not saying it is the case or isn't, and I'm not comparing Lee to Rivers, but rather that I don't give a damn if he throws off of his left hand if the ball gets where it is supposed to go.
This post was edited on 9/6/11 at 5:48 pm
Posted on 9/6/11 at 5:48 pm to ctowntiger
Phillip Rivers plays in the NFL. His throws are god-awful, just awful looking. As long as he connects with the reciever for a completion, I don't care how it looks. By the way a good majority of his throws(JL) were right on. IF he missed he was out in front leading the receiver, not at his feet.
Posted on 9/6/11 at 5:48 pm to ctowntiger
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From what I saw in the stadium his ball placement seemed ok
I thought it was great with the exception of a few throws.
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I would like to see him stepping through his throws more.
He would have had some deep touchdown passes if he would have put some power behind it.
Posted on 9/6/11 at 5:50 pm to ctowntiger
I think it's just how he throws. I like Lee, but hate watching QBs throw off their back foot.
Posted on 9/6/11 at 5:54 pm to ctowntiger
Posted on 9/6/11 at 6:34 pm to ctowntiger
quote:How original, never heard this before.
I didn't get home in time Sunday to watch the replay of the game, but from some of the highlights I have seen it looked like Lee was falling off some of his throws. Can anyone who watched the game on TV or saw the replay tell me if this was a common occurrence and if it was if the commentators picked up on it. From what I saw in the stadium his ball placement seemed ok (although my vision could have been slightly blurry) but I would like to see him stepping through his throws more.
Posted on 9/6/11 at 7:41 pm to ctowntiger
Actually he did on a couple,..but they were throws that needed to be softer, not thrown like a bullet....I thought he did a damn good job,..so all of the fans on this board need to either support him and the team, or GTFO..and be banned from posting on here...
Posted on 9/6/11 at 8:18 pm to ctowntiger
Why is it that I don't believe you? Another back handed slap? Shame on you
Posted on 9/6/11 at 8:33 pm to ctowntiger
JLee throwing off his back foot is not his biggest flaw. The dude lock his gaze in the direction of his intended WR's about 95 frickin percent of the time. Rarely does he fake pump either. There are going to be a couple of SEC defenses that are going to take one to the house if he keeps that shite up. Those are my two biggest complaints of JL but his positives outweigh the negatives such as his will to compete & his experience.
Either way LSU fans are going for a ride on the JLee express... I just hope it's not the pain train.
Either way LSU fans are going for a ride on the JLee express... I just hope it's not the pain train.
Posted on 9/6/11 at 9:00 pm to ctowntiger
I prefer JL to JJ, but he was throwing off his back foot the whole game. His footwork is a nightmare.
Posted on 9/7/11 at 1:59 am to ctowntiger
I like Jarrett Lee and think he's a much more naturally gifted passer than some other QB's we've had. He can be very accurate at times, but he can also be off wildly on some throws.
No one wants to say it, but the reason he throws off his back foot most of the time is because he fears the rush. Simple as that. I played QB in high school and college, and it's easy to spot. He's certainly been told and coached not to do it, but it's something he just hasn't been able to break. There are times he'll step into a throw and he looks all-world. But many times he feels the rush when it isn't there. If you'll watch the game again, you'll see him release the ball and then recoil as if he's trying to cover up and avoid a hit that isn't coming.
Like I said, I like him a lot and think he has loads of talent. But in a game where he has a real rush, he tends to unload the ball as quickly as he can, and that's not always a good thing. You're gonna get hit more often than you like when you throw the ball, but he just has to stand in there and step toward his target. If he'll break his habit, he can be very, very good. If not, he's gonna have a really ugly game or two. Just my opinion.
No one wants to say it, but the reason he throws off his back foot most of the time is because he fears the rush. Simple as that. I played QB in high school and college, and it's easy to spot. He's certainly been told and coached not to do it, but it's something he just hasn't been able to break. There are times he'll step into a throw and he looks all-world. But many times he feels the rush when it isn't there. If you'll watch the game again, you'll see him release the ball and then recoil as if he's trying to cover up and avoid a hit that isn't coming.
Like I said, I like him a lot and think he has loads of talent. But in a game where he has a real rush, he tends to unload the ball as quickly as he can, and that's not always a good thing. You're gonna get hit more often than you like when you throw the ball, but he just has to stand in there and step toward his target. If he'll break his habit, he can be very, very good. If not, he's gonna have a really ugly game or two. Just my opinion.
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